Eddie Jaku
Born in 1920
Memoir
Eddie Jaku OAM was born in Germany in 1920 as Abraham Jakubowicz.
He survived imprisonment in Buchenwald and Auschwitz concentration camps during World War Two.
In 1945, Jaku escaped a death march and was rescued by Allied soldiers.
He immigrated to Australia with his family in 1950, where he lived for the rest of his life.
Jaku became a prominent Holocaust educator and speaker, sharing his story of survival and message of hope.
He wrote his memoir at age 100, aiming to inspire others and promote kindness.
Jaku passed away in 2021 at the age of 101, leaving behind a powerful legacy of resilience and positivity.
